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depression

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Question
How can i tell if my male beta is depressed?

Answer
Hi Toya,
 In general, fishes do not get depressed.  They do however get cold which makes them sluggish.  A betta is a tropical
fish and really needs a temperature around 75-80oF.  Do you have a heater in your betta tank?   If not, you should strongly consider getting a heater.  

-- Ron
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